ICG intercepts Pakistani fishing boat in Indian waters, arrests 11 crew members

On Wednesday (10^th December), the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) intercepted a Pakistani fishing boat with 11 crew members inside the Indian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

The detained crew has been handed over to the Jakhau Marine Police in Gujarat for questioning.

Taking to X on 11^th December, the Indian Coast Guard said, “In a swift operation on 10 Dec 25, @IndiaCoastGuard apprehended a #Pakistani fishing boat with 11 crew inside the #Indian #EEZ. This interdiction underscores #BhartiyaTatrakshak’s sustained maritime operations and India’s commitment to securing its maritime frontiers while maintaining robust enforcement of international maritime laws within the MZI.

In a swift and coordinated operation on 10 Dec 2025, @IndiaCoastGuard intercepted and apprehended a #Pakistani fishing vessel along with 11 crew operating illegally inside #Indian waters. This decisive action reflects the unwavering vigilance of the #ICG and #India’s firm resolve… pic.twitter.com/LW3YY6WK5Y

— Indian Coast Guard (@IndiaCoastGuard) December 11, 2025

“Continuous vigilance across India’s maritime domain remains a cornerstone of our national maritime security strategy,” the ICG added.